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North Andover, Massachusetts, United States

Coordinate 10th grade English curriculum (Global Perspectives), overseeing onboarding of new faculty, designing new units and assessments, leading meetings of 10th grade English faculty, facilitating communication with administration, and co-teaching the parallel interdisciplinary course (Global Humanities), designed to reinforce skills and content comprehension through overlapping texts, historical periods, and assessments.Design and teach 12th grade electives (Medieval Literature, Finding Meaning in Other Worlds) as well as 11th grade English (American Voices).Co-develop and co-teach Winter Term (January 3-week intensive) courses- Building Books: the History of Books and Bookmaking (2024)- El Camino; a reflective, empowering hike across northern Spain (2023)- Artificial Intelligence: Fact and Fiction (2022)Founder and Chair of LGBTQ+ adult affinity group, designed to create community for LGBTQ+ employees, brainstorm ways to better support and attract LGBTQ+ students, and make recommendations to leadership to further the school’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.Act as English Department representative on the Diversity Leadership Committee, supporting the Dean of DEIB by crafting mission statements, reviewing data, and making policy recommendations.Advise a cohort of students, communicating constantly with parents, teachers, Learning Center staff, Health Center and counseling staff to coordinate the best support possible for my students.Foster a supportive and inclusive dorm environment as a dorm parent, providing mentorship and guidance to students, supervising weekend activities, and managing unexpected situations as they arise.Facilitate afternoon Community Service programming at local Boys & Girls Club, Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Cor Unum Meal Center, local therapeutic horse farm, and other community organizations, fostering positive relationships between students and the community.

South Berwick, Maine, United States

Co-taught English classes of all levels using various discussion protocols, active learning strategies, and authentic assessment techniques under the guidance of mentor teachers: - Grade 12: Art of the Essay, Resistance & Rebellion, Folk & Fairy Tale - Grade 11: American Literature - Grade 10: Genre Studies - Grade 9: Literary FoundationsIndependently developed and taught units for each course using UDL and backwards design principles (satire skits, implicit bias in The Great Gatsby, elements of storytelling in The Odyssey).Provided detailed feedback, assigned grades, and conducted one-on-one conferences on essays, quizzes, debates, presentations, and other assessments to help students improve their skills and reach their potential.Led remote and hybrid classes, utilizing a range of technologies such as: Blackbaud, Google Suite, Google Classroom, Padlet, Flipgrid, and Zoom to engage students and ensure effective learning outcomes.Assisted with mentor teacher’s advisory by leading social-emotional activities, taking attendance, and attending Back to School Night with parents.Served as Assistant Director of Fall One-Acts, providing guidance and direction to students, workshopping original scenes, and planning structure of rehearsals.Conducted an Action Research Project across multiple courses, identifying the importance of revision in student writing.

Amherst, Ma

Developed lesson plans on Norse and Anglo-Saxon literature, Shakespeare, and more, and taught these to middle and high school students, engaging students with interactive activities and promoting critical thinking and analysis.Led discussions on classic literature with middle and high school students using shared inquiry, encouraging students to think deeply and critically about the material and to engage in respectful and meaningful dialogue.Acted as dorm parent and mentor to a group of high school students, providing guidance and support to students in their academic and personal lives, and promoting a sense of community and belonging.Wrote letters of recommendation for students, highlighting their strengths and accomplishments and supporting their college and career aspirations.Demonstrated the ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Assisted students, faculty, and other patrons with locating materials, navigating the online catalog, accessing online databases, requesting materials through inter-library loan, and checking materials in and out.Conducted inventory of the collection, corrected disorganized sections, and shelved returned books, ensuring that materials were readily available and easy to find.Maintained the reserve and on-hold collection, ensuring that materials were properly cataloged and readily available for use.Assisted library staff with various tasks as needed, including photocopying, processing new items, preparing books for interlibrary loan, and other administrative duties.

Led intermediate-level grammar and speaking exercises for groups of 10 students, creating a dynamic learning environment that encouraged active participation and collaboration.Coached students who were struggling with difficult concepts, providing one-on-one attention and support to help them understand and master the material.Edited and explained homework assignments, ensuring that students understood the content and could complete assignments successfully.Collaborated with course instructors to develop and implement teaching strategies that promoted student engagement and learning.Demonstrated a passion for the French language and culture, sharing personal experiences and insights with students to enhance their learning experience.

Developed and delivered customized lesson plans to teach ceramic and fiber arts to classes of 20 students, aged 7-14, fostering creativity and providing a supportive learning environment.Assisted with drawing and collage classes, providing individual attention and guidance to campers to ensure their success.Collaborated with fellow teachers to produce a series of art shows, showcasing campers' work and promoting their artistic development.Led creative writing sessions and organized the daily talent show, encouraging campers to express themselves and build confidence in their abilities.Edited, formatted, and published student submissions for the bi-weekly camp newspaper, providing mentorship and guidance to help campers find interesting and relevant topics, research them thoroughly, and write compelling articles.

Spearheaded student action by organizing and leading canvassing and phone bank initiatives at Bates College, which increased the organization's reach and impact in the community.• Coached and mentored volunteers and fellow interns on best practices for phone banking, resulting in improved performance and increased engagement among volunteers.• Facilitated recruitment and data entry sessions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of campaign data.• Demonstrated a commitment to the cause by canvassing up until election day, contributing to Mainers United's successful campaign for marriage equality.

Master Of Education - Med, Secondary Education And Teaching

Master Of Arts - Ma, Medieval Studies

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Classical & Medieval Studies, And French & Francophone Studies

Education record

Semester abroad in Paris with Hamilton in France program

Painting

Pre-college summer program